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The Art of Japanese Minimalist Design

Posted on Nov 29, 2016

Simplicity Sparks Your Creative Muse

" Don't imitate me; it's as boring as the two halves of a melon."

~ Matsu Basho

Japanese Minimalism is the ideal complement to almost any style of art. It is no coincidence that modern art museums and galleries opt for modern, minimalist furnishings – the sleek lines and uncluttered look accents the original works of wildly divergent exhibits, without detracting from the works themselves.

The Lucerne Twin Size Sofa Bed

Art lovers will love the Lucerne Daybed and Lounge, as it easily could be considered a work of art itself. The Lucerne is part of the Haiku Designs “Great Cities of the World” collection, named after the city of Lucerne, Switzerland, famed for its picturesque Baroque churches and acclaimed contemporary art galleries and modern concert hall.

Its clean, sleek styling and quirky design will complement any Asian inspired Minimalist arrangement. The unique, yet understated silhouette lends itself well to displaying art – adding to the creative flair of the room while not detracting from the art on the walls.

Highly versatile, this charming sofa is designed to function as a traditional comfy sofa for your living room, while also adjusting to a chaise lounge by lowering one end, or a convenient single sleeper bed by lowering both arms. It features the latest in Eco-comfort technology, and boasts a sturdy steel frame, individually wrapped springs, and an interwoven layer of Euro-foam that allows two people to enjoy the couch at once, with zero motion transfer from one to the other.

The Multifunctional Chill Chair

How cool is this chair? This incredibly sophisticated chair will complement any Asian inspired minimalist room, and blends wonderfully with a wide range of complementary art and rugs to allow you to truly express your individual style. The Chill Chair is finely crafted using a high quality nested coil system, swathed in a special Eco-Foam for luxurious lounging. Its sleek, understated design allows you to easily change the room's accessories and art pieces as often as you like, without the need for purchasing new furniture.

Make it your own by choosing from a multitude of finishes, including White or Black Textile Leather or a Dark Brown nubby linen. A selection of three different leg styles – Brass or Steel, and Light or Dark Wood – lets you completely customize the Chill to match your living environment.

Chinese and Japanese Calligraphy Prints

If you are in the market for new art pieces, you will love our Japanese calligraphy art prints. Haiku Designs offers a great selection of art prints featuring classical Kanji calligraphy characters that express wise and inspirational thoughts. Add a meaningful touch to your living spaces by displaying art to remind your that crisis equals opportunity, or inspire you to have the courage to change.

These high quality framed Japanese Calligraphy Prints also make thoughtful gifts, as the ideals they embody can be applied to a variety of life events. Reward an exceptional worker with a beautiful depiction of “Appreciation” or “Success,” or surprise a loved one with the Kanji character for “Love.” Any of our art prints would make a wonderful housewarming gift.

These fine, framed art prints are available in two versions. The Standard version is 8.5 x 11 inches in size. Standard prints are presented on quality poster stock and framed in a sleek black wooden frame under glass. The Deluxe version is printed on thick, quality poster stock and professionally matted, then framed in a hardwood Cherry finish frame under glass. The size of our Deluxe art prints is 12 x 15 inches.